Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians
CountryUkraine/Slovakia/Germany
AreaVarious
TypeOld-growth beech
Key SpeciesEuropean bison, Ural owl, white-backed woodpecker
About Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians
A UNESCO World Heritage Site across 18 countries. Shows the post-glacial recolonization of Europe by beech trees. Started 11,000 years ago. The tallest beech trees reach 50 m. The pristine stands have never been logged.